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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R6 084

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Jul 6 — Jul 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 June 2026.

Tue 9/613:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/612:00
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/6R10 185
Wed 17/613:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops44h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/67:40
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6R10 463
Tue 16/613:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/67:40
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R10 529
Mon 2/1113:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/1118:00
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops38h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6R10 545
Thu 18/613:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/612:00
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R10 595
Thu 2/718:55
JNB
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 10m
Air Europa
Wed 8/723:45
MAD
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 4/6R10 611
Wed 9/913:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 16/912:00
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6R10 693
Tue 7/718:55
JNB
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 10m
Air Europa
Wed 8/723:45
MAD
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 4/6R10 726
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/69:05
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R11 497
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/615:45
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R11 546
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/610:15
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6R11 611
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/610:15
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6R11 710

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 6 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 463

One-way from

R6 084

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 382

Good round-trip deal

R12 699 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 523 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/6-23/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 55m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R15 074 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 917 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

18:55-5:05

Nonstop10h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/7

23:45-9:50

Nonstop10h 05m

R10 644

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

13:15-8:15

1 stop19h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/10

15:45-17:30

1 stop25h 45m

R11 743

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-14:15

1 stop25h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 8/9

15:45-9:00

1 stop17h 15m

R11 841

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 15/11

15:45-23:35

2 stops32h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 19/11

17:55-13:45

2 stops18h 50m

R11 989

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

15:05-14:55

2 stops23h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/10

19:40-14:05

2 stops42h 25m

R13 661

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:30-22:35

2 stops33h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 8/9

7:40-9:40

2 stops26h 00m

R13 825

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/7

16:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 21/7

12:00-11:50

1 stop23h 50m

R14 055

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

13:30-22:35

2 stops33h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/7

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R14 088

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 20/7

9:10-10:30

1 stop25h 20m

R14 334

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

13:30-16:55

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 7/8

7:40-9:40

2 stops26h 00m

R14 334

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 838). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in September is currently the most expensive (average of R23 206). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Madrid is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 6 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 447 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 006 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 582 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Air Europa, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 10h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 40m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8098 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R5 456), Qatar Airways (R5 490), and Etihad Airways (R7 176).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Durban King Shaka Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R11 595, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 935. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R10 562 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 838). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in September is currently the most expensive (average of R23 206). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 235AverageR7 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 404AverageR10 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 992AverageR10 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 320AverageR13 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 684AverageR11 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 847AverageR15 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 883AverageR11 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 375AverageR12 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 680AverageR12 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR10 771AverageR15 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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